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Dose: Apply 5% oil twice per dayAlthough tea tree oil is slower and less potent than benzoyl peroxide, it has been shown to improve acne with far fewer side effects.(more)

Athlete’s Foot

Dose: Apply a 10% cream twice per day
Tea tree oil has been traditionally used to treat athlete’s foot and has been shown to reduce athlete’s foot symptoms just as effectively as drugs and better than placebo.(more)

Wound Healing

Dose: Refer to label instructionsTea tree oil may be applied topically to skin wounds, although it is not recommended for burns.(more)

Dose: Swish 15 ml of a 5% or less solution in mouth for 30 to 60 seconds four times per day, then spit outOne trial found that a mouthwash with diluted tea tree oil was effective in decreasing the growth of Candida albicans in people with oral Candida infections (thrush).(more)

Dose: Apply shampoo to hair and leave on for one hour before washing outAn herbal shampoo containing a standardized extract of paw paw, thyme oil, and tea tree oil has been found to be effective in treating head lice.(more)

Dose: Apply shampoo to hair and leave on for one hour before washing outAn herbal shampoo containing a standardized extract of paw paw, thyme oil, and tea tree oil has been found to be effective in treating head lice.(more)

A clinical trial compared the topical use of 5% tea tree oil to 5% benzoyl peroxide for common acne. Although the tea tree oil was slower and less potent in its action, it had far fewer side effects and was thus considered more effective overall.1The effectiveness of tea tree oil was confirmed in a six-week double-blind trial. In that study, participants applied a 5% tea tree oil gel to the affected area twice a day for 20 minutes and then washed it off with tap water.2

Tea tree oil has been traditionally used to treat athlete’s foot. One trial reported that application of a 10% tea tree oil cream reduced symptoms of athlete’s foot just as effectively as drugs and better than placebo, although it did not eliminate the fungus.1

Australian Aboriginals used the leaves of tea tree to treat cuts and skin infections, crushing and applying them to the affected area. Modern herbalists recommend tea tree oil (at a strength of 70–100%) applied moderately in small areas at least twice per day to the affected areas of skin.1 For a variety of reasons, some researchers have suggested that tea tree oil should not be used to treat burns.2

Dose: Swish 15 ml of a 5% or less solution in mouth for 30 to 60 seconds four times per day, then spit out

A small, preliminary trial found that a mouthwash with diluted tea tree oil was effective in decreasing the growth of Candida albicans and in improving symptoms in AIDS patients with oral Candida infections (thrush) that had not responded to drug therapy.1 People in the study took 15 ml of the oral solution (dilution of tea tree oil was not given) four times per day and were instructed to swish it in their mouth for 30 to 60 seconds and then spit it out. For use of tea tree oil as a mouthwash, one should not exceed a 5% dilution and should be extremely careful not to swallow the solution.

The potent effects of some commercial mouthwashes may be due to the inclusion of thymol (from thyme) and eukalyptol (from eucalyptus)—volatile oils that have proven activity against bacteria. One report showed bacterial counts plummet in as little as 30 seconds following a mouthrinse with the commercial mouthwash Listerine™, which contains thymol and eukalyptol.1 Thymol alone has been shown in research to inhibit the growth of bacteria found in the mouth.2, 3 Because of their antibacterial properties, other volatile oils made from tea tree,4 clove, caraway, peppermint, and sage,5 as well as the herbs myrrh6 and bloodroot,7 might be considered in a mouthwash or toothpaste. Due to potential allergic reactions and potential side effects if some of these oils are swallowed, it is best to consult with a qualified healthcare professional before pursuing self-treatment with volatile oils that are not in approved over-the-counter products for halitosis.

Australian Aboriginals used the leaves of tea tree to treat cuts and skin infections, crushing and applying them to the affected area. Modern herbalists recommend tea tree oil (at a strength of 70–100%) applied moderately in small areas at least twice per day to the affected areas of skin.1 For a variety of reasons, some researchers have suggested that tea tree oil should not be used to treat burns.2

A 5% solution of tea tree oil has been shown to eliminate oral thrush in people with AIDS, according to one preliminary trial.1 The volunteers in the study swished 15 ml of the solution in their mouths four times per day and then spit it out. This may cause mild burning for a short period of time after use.

Topically applied tea tree oil has been studied and used successfully as a topical treatment for Trichomonas,Candida albicans, and other vaginal infections.1 Tea tree oil must be diluted when used as a vaginal douche, and should only be used for this purpose under the supervision of a healthcare practitioner. Some physicians suggest using tea tree oil by mixing the full-strength oil with vitamin E oil in the proportion of 1/3 tea tree oil to 2/3 vitamin E oil. A tampon is saturated with this mixture or the mixture is put in a capsule to be inserted in the vagina each day for a maximum of six weeks.

Dose: Refer to label instructionsTea tree oil has antifungal properties. In a randomized controlled trial, patients with fungal infections of the toenails applied either 100% tea tree oil or a commonly used medication (1% clotrimazole solution) to the affected nail(s) twice a day for 6 months. Partial or complete resolution of the infection was seen in about 60% of the patients in each group.1

Dose: Apply shampoo to hair and leave on for one hour before washing outAn herbal shampoo (Paw Paw Lice Remover Shampoo) containing a standardized extract of paw paw (Asimina triloba), thyme oil, and tee tree oil was found to be toxic to head lice in test tube studies, after which uncontrolled trials were carried out in 13 families.1 The shampoo was applied to the dry hair and left on for one hour before washing out and combing with a fine-toothed comb; this was repeated eight and sixteen days later, after which 100% of the 37 participants were free of lice.

Dose: Apply shampoo to hair and leave on for one hour before washing outAn herbal shampoo (Paw Paw Lice Remover Shampoo) containing a standardized extract of paw paw (Asimina triloba), thyme oil, and tee tree oil was found to be toxic to head lice in test tube studies, after which uncontrolled trials were carried out in 13 families.1 The shampoo was applied to the dry hair and left on for one hour before washing out and combing with a fine-toothed comb; this was repeated eight and sixteen days later, after which 100% of the 37 participants were free of lice.

The information presented by Healthnotes is for informational purposes only. It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage as cited in each article. The results reported may not necessarily occur in all individuals. Self-treatment is not recommended for life-threatening conditions that require medical treatment under a doctor's care. For many of the conditions discussed, treatment with prescription or over the counter medication is also available. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires December 2018.

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Ingredients

100% pure tea tree oil (melaleuca alternifolia).

Additional Information

Additional Info

Add one to two drops to a moist cotton pad for application to appropriate skin areas. Do not use full strength on face.

Do not use full strength on face. Use only as directed. Avoid getting in eyes or mucous membranes. In case of serious wounds or burns consult a physician. If redness, irritation, swelling, pain or infections occur, stop use immediately and consult a physician. Keep out of reach of children.

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